Atty. R. S. Monks

Atty. R. S. Monks

Mr. R.

Durham Durham 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (984) 340-2529 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About R. S. Monks at a glance

R. S. Monks is a Member based in Durham, North Carolina, practicing at Monks Law Firm PLLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, immigration, and poa. Admitted to practice in Texas (1987) and North Carolina (2003). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Houston (B.B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Durham, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. R. S. Monks is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal defense, immigration and 5 other areas of law
  • R. received a B.B.A. degree from University of Houston in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • R. practices at Monks Law Firm PLLC in Durham, NC

Practice Areas Explained

R. S. Monks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. S. Monks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.

R. S. Monks is one of 29,976 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in North Carolina →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

R. S. Monks is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

R. S. Monks is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in North Carolina →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

R. S. Monks is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in North Carolina →

Power of Attorney

R. S. Monks is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Durham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional North Carolina attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Durham or all attorneys in North Carolina.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about R. S. Monks

Where is R. S. Monks's law office located?
R. S. Monks's law practice is located in Durham, North Carolina. The firm is Monks Law Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. S. Monks handle?
R. S. Monks focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, immigration, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has R. S. Monks practiced law?
R. S. Monks has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did R. S. Monks go to law school?
R. S. Monks earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.B.A., 1984).
How can I contact R. S. Monks for a consultation?
You can contact R. S. Monks directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has R. S. Monks received?
R. S. Monks's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1987
B.B.A.
University of Houston
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1987
North Carolina
Admitted: 2003

Reviews

4.4
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.